Bosch Ignition Condenser | VW Type 1 1970–1973 & Bus 1971 | Points-Style, Genuine (98-9946-B / 02-054)

Bosch Ignition Condenser — VW Type 1 1970–1973 & Bus 1971 (Points-Style, Genuine)

Genuine Bosch ignition condenser for VW Type 1 (1970–1973) and Bay Window Bus (1971). For mid-production air-cooled Beetles and early Bay Window Buses with the Bosch points-style distributor — a wear item that should be replaced with the points during normal tune-up service.

Vehicle Fitment

• Beetle (Type 1): 1970–1973
• Bus (Type 2 Bay Window): 1971

Why Choose Bosch?

Bosch is the original OE supplier of ignition components to Volkswagen. These are not aftermarket reproductions — they are the same German-built condensers Bosch has supplied to VW since the cars were new.

Key Features & Benefits

• Genuine Bosch OE: original points-style ignition condenser, not an aftermarket reproduction.
• Standard tune-up wear item: replaced along with the points during normal service.

Technical Specifications

• EMPI Part #: 98-9946-B
• Bosch Reference: 02-054
• Type: Points-style distributor condenser

Frequently Asked Questions

• Does this fit a points-style distributor? Yes — it is for the Bosch points-style distributor used on the 1970–1973 Beetle and 1971 Bay Window Bus.
• When should I replace the condenser? It is a wear item and should be replaced with the points during normal tune-up service.

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